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as in surprising
causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness
it was rather amazing that the store let me return the sweater after I'd worn and even washed it
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as in wonderful
causing wonder or astonishment
the amazing feats of the circus acrobats simply enthralled the audience
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as in stunning
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
your ability to remember names and faces amazes me
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amazing results
an amazing ability
an astonishing ability
a phenomenal ability
an incredible ability
an awesome ability
a marvelous ability
amazing experience
an amazing amount
an amazing job
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Recent Examples of amazing
Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
The ones that look amazing until the light hits just right, and suddenly they’re see-through.
—Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 16 Jan. 2025
What's this amazing woman's real history, and how did becoming a parent alter her career as a superhero?
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 15 Jan. 2025
Therefore, Earth passes through the densest portion of the stream quickly, according to the AMS.
MORE: Binary star system found near the Milky Way's black hole: An 'amazing' discovery, astrophysicists say
Where do the Quadrantids come from?
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 2 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
This amazing five-piece band has more than 20 years of industry experience.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
The ones that look amazing until the light hits just right, and suddenly they’re see-through.
—Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 16 Jan. 2025
What's this amazing woman's real history, and how did becoming a parent alter her career as a superhero?
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 15 Jan. 2025
Therefore, Earth passes through the densest portion of the stream quickly, according to the AMS.
MORE: Binary star system found near the Milky Way's black hole: An 'amazing' discovery, astrophysicists say
Where do the Quadrantids come from?
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amazing
Adjective
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Denver was one of the more surprising teams in the NFL this season, finishing 10-7 and making the playoffs for the first time since winning the Super Bowl in 2015.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
25 Jan. 2025
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Although concerning for Georgia deer hunters, the discovery is not all that surprising given the extent of the disease’s spread in the South.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Away from the bottle-poppers of Mykonos, but hardly removed from the season’s social buzz, the white-washed, flat-roofed villas that wrap the cliffs of Santorini are wonderful places to while away a summer.—
Christopher Cameron,
Robb Report,
27 Jan. 2025
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The melty cheese and crispy bread are a wonderful combination.—
Nick Siano,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Some stats set to be fired off at Content Americas will make for startling viewing.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
20 Jan. 2025
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The repeat president has just shy of 15 million followers on TikTok, but the appearance of his name on the app’s welcome screen was nevertheless startling to many.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
19 Jan. 2025
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The stunning launch of $TRUMP caught the entire industry off-guard, and speaks to both his personal influence and the ascendancy of cryptocurrency in his administration.—
Ben Berkowitz,
Axios,
18 Jan. 2025
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Video on social media showed the explosion and its aftermath as remains of the spacecraft are seen breaking up in what looks like a stunning meteor shower.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
18 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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And the work of our photographers, often putting themselves in harm’s way, has been astonishing.—
Glenn Whipp,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Jan. 2025
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Tech entrepreneur Jeff Atwood says wealth inequality in the U.S. is unfair, astonishing and un-American.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
17 Jan. 2025
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Jung-bae wound up in a room of three, with Player 001 and some rando — but Player 001 choked the stranger to death in time to reduce their head count, shocking Jung-bae more than a bit.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
26 Dec. 2024
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Fox News Digital obtained shocking audio between Cyrus and his estranged wife where the country crooner is heard berating his Australian ex and using profane language.—
Ashley Hume,
Fox News,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Not the method itself, but how a player scores their three goals — a hat-trick can come from three tap-ins, or three long-range strikes alongside an incredible performance.—
Ahmed Walid,
The Athletic,
19 Jan. 2025
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But in between those ‘parties’ is an incredible description of Hell!—
Beth Wood,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Not even the most miraculous shot of his life was enough to earn Nikola Jokic the fourth quarter off this time.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
24 Jan. 2025
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No, this isn’t a miraculous leadership makeover that infuses you with supernatural energy.—
Liz Guthridge,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Amazing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amazing. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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